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A Trip to Borneo Challenged My Fantasy of Adventure Travel

In the rain forests of the Malay archipelago, it’s safest to admire the bugs and beasts from a distance. But sometimes Mother Nature can’t be contained.

October 7, 2019 04:11 PM

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Maggie Fuller

UNESCO World Heritage

How a Dancer Used Her DNA Test to See the World

In season three of her Emmy Award–winning TV show “Bare Feet,” host and producer Mickela Mallozzi explores her roots—with a twist.

December 18, 2019 12:39 PM

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Mickela Mallozzi

Art + Architecture

10 Art Exhibitions in the U.S. Worth Traveling for in Spring 2018

Need a cultural reason to travel across the country? Let these shows be your inspiration.

April 2, 2018 07:37 PM

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Allison C. Meier

Outdoor Adventure

Did You Know That California Has a Secret Herd of Wild Zebras?

Take a drive on Highway 1 and you might run into some...unexpected wildlife.

May 10, 2016 07:05 PM

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Will McGough

History + Culture

The Four Main Cultures of Curaçao

Curaçao is one of the most diverse islands in the Caribbean

January 20, 2016 02:44 PM

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Will McGough

Family Travel

How to Take Your Kids on a Disney Trip at Home

The parks are closed, but our imaginations aren’t. Here’s what to eat, watch, and craft when you can only go to Disneyland and Walt Disney World in spirit.

May 1, 2020 04:21 PM

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Nicole Antonio

Cities We Love

Two Perfect Days in Buffalo

Discover a bounty of surprises in this resurging city in Western New York.

Sponsored by Visit Buffalo Niagara

Air Travel News

There’s a Less Obnoxious Way to Recline Your Airplane Seat

As personal space on airplanes dwindles, the right to recline your seat is being called into question. Two AFAR editors hashed it out to find a solution to the issue.

February 19, 2020 03:46 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

AFAR Advisor

Wellness Overload: What Does “Wellness” Actually Mean?

“Wellness” means something different to every traveler—and every travel partner. Start here to make sense of it all.

September 25, 2019 04:59 PM

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Annie Fitzsimmons

Small Ship Cruises

6 Secret Beaches Best Reached by Yacht

A former yacht crew member spills the beans.

November 5, 2015 05:17 PM

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Maggie Fuller

Cities We Love

This Egyptian Shop Might Change How You See Paris

A neighborhood shop expands the definition of what it means to be French.

August 21, 2017 08:21 PM

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Lauren Elkin

Epic Trips

Turn Your Glacier Adventure Into an Overnight Experience With These Luxurious Stays

Yes, you can sleep next to (or on top of) a glacier. And at these lodges, hotels, and glamping experiences, you can do so sustainably too.

September 20, 2019 08:12 PM

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Julia Eskins

California

Overview

July 20, 2020 08:36 PM

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Jessie Beck

Hotels

How Sydney’s Hoteliers Are Saving the City’s History

Rather than constructing new glass boxes, hoteliers in Sydney are converting heritage buildings into boutique stays, helping to preserve a piece of the city’s character.

September 11, 2019 02:46 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Where to Travel Next

Why You Should Go to Napa Valley This Spring

Whether you want to shop for local souvenirs, relax at a newly renovated hotel, or, of course, drink wine, here are six ideas to get you started.

April 16, 2019 01:59 PM

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Matt Villano

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